Murphy's Stroke (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1980, Murphy's Stroke is a drama and tv movie film directed by Frank Cvitanovich, running about 70 minutes. “The Sting in an Irish Tale” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The horse Gay Future is at the centre of an Irish betting syndicate in 1974 which saw trainer Antony Collins present a poor performing horse at his stables. The betting stakes were subsequently raised, before the real horse was entered in the race.
Who’s in it. Murphy's Stroke stars Niall Tóibín as Tony Murphy, Pierce Brosnan as Edward O'Grady, T.R. Bowen as Collins and Tony Doyle as Darrer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Murphy's Stroke has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murphy's Stroke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murphy's Stroke tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murphy's Stroke (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murphy's Stroke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murphy's Stroke worth watching?
- Murphy's Stroke holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murphy's Stroke?
- Murphy's Stroke stars Niall Tóibín, Pierce Brosnan, T.R. Bowen, Tony Doyle and Derry Power.
- When was Murphy's Stroke released?
- Murphy's Stroke was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.